61 31 134 Removing and installing/replacing USB audio interface connecting socket

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove right center console cover. See 51 16 160 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CENTER CONSOLE COVER .

Insert suitable tool (1) as pictured through opening in center console support (2).

Using suitable tool (1) carefully press connecting socket as pictured out of storage compartment.

Fig 1: Pressing Connecting Socket Using Suitable Tool

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Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove connecting socket.

Installation note: 

• Retaining lug (3) must not be damaged.
• Make sure connecting socket (2) is correctly seated in storage compartment (4).
  Fig 2: Identifying Storage Compartment, Connecting Socket, Retaining Lug

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